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Slugger of the Year:� Erik Kratz
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Kratz leads the Indians with a .500 SLG, and is third (with 2 games to go) in doubles (22).� He is hitting .274 with 9 homers and 40 RBI.� Kratz was named the International League’s starting catcher for the AAA All-Star game for the second year in a row, and he also spent some time with the Pirates — after being notified of his call-up on national television at the All-Star Game.
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Starting Pitcher of the Year:� Jeremy Powell
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Powell has been the workhorse of the Indians’ pitching staff this season, with 21 starts (including one tonight) and 10 relief appearances.� As a reliever, he has a 1-1 record over 19 innings, with 15 hits and 12 strikeouts.� As a starter, Powell has a 10-8 record over 115.1 innings, with 124 hits and 75 strikeouts.� He leads the team in total innings pitched (134.1) and strikeouts (87).� His 11 total wins is his best since 2006, when Powell pitched in Japan.
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Because he was busy warming up in the bullpen, Powell did not pick up his award himself.� Hitting coach Jeff Branson (below) did the honors for him.� Branson also picked up John Bowker’s award for being the August Player of the Month, since Bowker is currently with the Pirates.
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Reliever of the Year:�� Jean Machi
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Machi has made 57 relief appearances for the Tribe this season.� He leads the team with saves (22) and appearances.� He has pitched 58.2 innings and also has a 5-5 record, with 50 hits, and 57 strikeouts.� His 22 saves ranks 5th in the International League.
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And, the Indians’ Employee of the Year: none other than our own usher, Bill!
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